1995 Bentley Continental vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1142 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Continental | Astra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 52 L |
